Configuring and Managing SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business from Pluralsight

SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business are the core of Microsoft’s 365 mission to empower everyone to achieve more. In this course, you will learn how to configure and manage both SharePoint and OneDrive in Microsoft 365.

SharePoint and OneDrive are part of the original solutions offered and are a core part of Microsoft 365. Even if they have been around the longest, SharePoint still grows by over 8 million sites and 100 petabytes per month. In this course, Configuring and Managing SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business, you will gain the ability to manage both services effectively. First, you will explore how SharePoint and OneDrive are connected, and the tools you can use to manage them. Next, you will learn about modern information architecture and how to manage sites, hub sites, and more. Finally, you will discover more advanced topics, such as security, external sharing, and configuring SharePoint services. When you are finished with this course, you will have the SharePoint and OneDrive skills and knowledge needed to manage those core products part of Microsoft 365.

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Course Overview

SharePoint and OneDrive Administration: An Introduction to Your Toolbox

SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business Architecture

Creating and Managing Sites in SharePoint Online

Managing Storage in SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business

Configuring External Sharing for SharePoint and OneDrive for Business

Planning and Configuring Managed Metadata

Managing User Profiles

Managing SharePoint Customizations

Managing SharePoint Online Search

Configuring Advanced SharePoint Online Settings

Configuring Advanced OneDrive for Business Settings

Monitoring and Maintaining SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business

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Strong fit for intermediate learners interested in learning core tools, such as sites, hub sites, and metadata in Microsoft 365

Builds a strong foundation for working with SharePoint and OneDrive within Microsoft 365

Develops advanced topics, which may be outside the scope of novice learners, including external sharing, managed metadata, and search configuration

Strong fit for students seeking to strengthen existing foundation and develop expertise in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and OneDrive

Covers storage management and configuration, which is highly relevant in practice

Emphasizes modern information architecture for SharePoint, which may add color and new perspective to an established practice

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Configuring and Managing SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business with these activities:

Organize and structure your course materials

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Boost your productivity by organizing all relevant course materials to ensure you're well-prepared.

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Create a dedicated study space or digital folder for the course.
Gather all course materials, including lecture notes, slides, and assignments.
Organize the materials into logical categories or folders.

Review prerequisites

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Boost your knowledge before the course begins to develop a solid foundation for learning.

Browse courses on SharePoint

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Review basic concepts of cloud computing.
Understand the core features and functionality of SharePoint.
Familiarize yourself with the key concepts of OneDrive for Business.
Explore how SharePoint and OneDrive for Business can be used in a collaborative work environment.

Review cloud computing concepts

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Sharpen your knowledge of cloud computing principles to better understand the foundation of SharePoint.

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Review basic cloud computing concepts, such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
Understand the benefits and limitations of cloud computing.
Explore different cloud computing providers and their offerings.

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Practice configuring SharePoint settings

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Engage in hands-on practice to solidify your understanding of SharePoint configuration.

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Configure site permissions and access levels.
Create and manage custom site columns and content types.
Set up and configure SharePoint search functionality.
Explore and customize SharePoint web parts.

Build a resource library on SharePoint best practices

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Enhance your understanding and expertise by compiling a curated list of resources on SharePoint best practices.

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Gather articles, white papers, and case studies on SharePoint best practices.
Organize and categorize the resources for easy access.
Share the resource library with colleagues and the wider SharePoint community.

Explore advanced topics in SharePoint and OneDrive for Business

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Extend your knowledge by exploring advanced topics and resources to enhance your SharePoint and OneDrive skills.

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Review documentation and articles on Microsoft's TechNet and MSDN websites.
Follow video tutorials and online courses on platforms like Microsoft Learn and Pluralsight.
Attend webinars and virtual events hosted by Microsoft and industry experts.

Career center

Learners who complete Configuring and Managing SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Information Architect

An Information Architect (IA) organizes and structures website content to make it easily accessible and understandable to users. This course is especially relevant to IAs because it teaches how to create and manage SharePoint and OneDrive sites. This is a critical skill for IAs because SharePoint and OneDrive are popular tools for storing and sharing information. By taking this course, IAs can build a strong foundation in SharePoint and OneDrive administration, which will help them to succeed in their careers.

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OneDrive for Business Administrator

A OneDrive for Business Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining OneDrive for Business accounts. This course provides a comprehensive overview of OneDrive for Business administration, including how to create and manage accounts, manage storage, and configure external sharing. By taking this course, OneDrive for Business Administrators can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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SharePoint Administrator

A SharePoint Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining SharePoint sites. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint administration, including how to create and manage sites, manage storage, and configure external sharing. By taking this course, SharePoint Administrators can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Site Manager

A Site Manager is responsible for managing a specific SharePoint or OneDrive for Business site. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business site management, including how to create and manage sites, manage permissions, and configure site settings. By taking this course, Site Managers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Knowledge Manager

A Knowledge Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's knowledge base. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as knowledge management tools. By taking this course, Knowledge Managers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Records Manager

A Records Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's records. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as records management tools. By taking this course, Records Managers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning and managing projects. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as project management tools. By taking this course, Project Managers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing and solving business problems. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as business analysis tools. By taking this course, Business Analysts can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Information Technology (IT) Manager

An IT Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's IT infrastructure. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as IT management tools. By taking this course, IT Managers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer systems. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as systems administration tools. By taking this course, Systems Administrators can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer is responsible for designing and developing websites. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as web development tools. By taking this course, Web Developers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's databases. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as database management tools. By taking this course, Database Administrators can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst

A BI Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to provide insights to businesses. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as BI tools. By taking this course, BI Analysts can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as data analysis tools. By taking this course, Data Analysts can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This course provides a comprehensive overview of SharePoint and OneDrive for Business as software development tools. By taking this course, Software Engineers can gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

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